Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara'

Also Known As

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime Sarara'
Hime sarara Miniature Sawara Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 2"
W: 6"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara' plant details

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 2 IN tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime Sarara' - A miniature version of 'Tsukumo'. This Swara Cypress is the miniature of a miniature. Look for a nice Bonsai plant for this one. Plant grows about 1/4 inch a year. Leaves gray green. Introduced from Japan.